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Am looking at Jaya Holdings but not enough information to make an informed decision
Monday, 1 February, 2010  9:8 AM
Posted by Kevin Scully

 Two weeks ago, one of our analysts asked me to have a look at Jaya Holdings.   After going through the financials, i realised it had large debts, was in some financial difficulty, had engaged N-Tan to advise on a restructuring  hence its poor performance compared to its peers.

My first instinct was to try and see management and after some effort were informed that as the company was trying to secure a financial restructuing scheme, it would not be appropriate to meet.  I read last Friday that the High Court had approved with creditor support a restructuring scheme for the company's debt.  This should be positive but I couldnt find any information on what the scheme involved.  I am worried here about some capitalisation of the debt which could be dilutive for existing shareholders.  The Q1-2010 results showed the impact of the financial problems with revenue and operatng profit down by 36% and 41% respectively but net profit was higher from some vessel sales.   Overall the health position seems to have bottomed and once a creditor scheme has been announced - we can evaluate the impact on existing shareholders.  

Keep in view for now.....until the restructuring details especially with regard to the capitalisation of debt (if any) are announced.


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Mr.
This company very secretive with information, not like Swiber or Ezra which announced every contract or information to public. They should just take company private and closed with public listing.

     Heng  on 2 February 2010  08:18 PM
Delisting or privatisation unlikely
I dont know abt secretive but my attempts to meet management over a two to three week period before the High Court date was difficult.

I had a look at the shareholder list - the company has two large funds as shareholders - Nautical Offshore and Fidelity who own about 55% and 10% respectively. I would imagine that there costs would be more than S$1.00 which means privatisation at the curren price is very unlikely


     Kevin  on 3 February 2010  05:40 PM

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